2013 NISSAN LEAF display

AT HOME AFTER DRIVING
Charging the Li-ion battery
When you return home, connect the vehicle to
the charging station installed at your home using
the normal charge connector.
Charge the vehicle or set the charging timer
function to have the vehicle charge at a specific
time. SeeCharging timer in theCharge sec-
tion.
1. When the power switch is turned off, the settings of the charging timer, and the Climate
Ctrl. Timer and the charge connector lock functions are displayed on the dot matrix liq-
uid crystal display. See
Dot matrix liquid crys-
tal display in theInstruments and controls
section.
2. Open the charge port lid and charge port cap. See Charge port lid in thePre-driving
checks and adjustments section.
3. Connect the charge connector to the vehicle.
4. When a charging timer is turned on, charging starts at the set time. When a charging timer
is not turned on, charging starts immediately.
NOTE:
Charging can be started remotely, even if
charging timer is set up.
When you have forgotten to connect the
charge connector at home, there is a func-
tion that can notify you via text message
capable cellular phone, internet enabled
smart phone or personal computer. See
Charging related remote function in the
Charge section (models with navigation
system) .
NISSAN recommends that you connect
the normal charge cable when getting out
of the vehicle, even if it is not going to be
used. By doing this, you can get the most
out of the remote climate control (models
with navigation system) and Climate Ctrl.
Timer functions the next time you use the
vehicle.
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failure to have these necessary inspections, re-
pairs and/or adjustments performed.
See the NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide for a detailed explanation of the Li-ion
battery inspection and intervals.METERS AND INDICATORS
The vehicle has two displays to provide informa-
tion regarding vehicle operation:
Upper display
Lower display
Upper display
Master warning lights:
The master warning lights are located in the
upper display.
The master warning lights illuminate when any
warning lights or indicators illuminate in the lower
display or when messages are displayed on the
dot matrix liquid crystal display.
For additional information, see Master warning
light in the Instruments and controls section.
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ECO indicator:
This indicator provides instant information about
how efficiently the vehicle is being operated. You
can see how changing your driving style or op-
eration of vehicle accessories affects power con-
sumption.
For additional information, seeECO indicatorin
the Instruments and controls section.Lower display
Li-ion battery temperature gauge:
This gauge displays the temperature of the Li-ion
battery.
For additional information, see Li-ion battery
temperature gauge in theInstruments and con-
trols section. Power meter:
This meter displays the actual traction motor
power consumption and the regenerative brake
power provided to the Li-ion battery.
For additional information, see
Power meterin
the Instruments and controls section.
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Driving range:
This indicator displays the estimated driving
range (calculated based on a program that ac-
counts for current driving style and operational
conditions) that can be driven before recharging
is necessary.
For additional information, seeDriving rangein
the Instruments and controls section.Li-ion battery available charge gauge:
This gauge displays the available Li-ion battery
power remaining to drive the vehicle.
For additional information, see
Li-ion battery
available charge gauge in theInstruments and
controls section. Li-ion battery capacity level gauge:
This gauge displays the available capacity of the
Li-ion battery remaining to store power.
For additional information, see
Li-ion battery ca-
pacity level gauge in theInstruments and con-
trols.
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The Genuine NISSAN charging equipmentcommunicates with the vehicle before Li-ion
battery charging starts. If this communication
does not occur because other equipment is
used, the Li-ion battery will not charge.
NISSAN recommends that you connect the normal charge cable when getting out of the
vehicle, even if it is not going to be used. By
doing this, you can get the most out of the
remote climate control (models with navigation
system) and Climate Ctrl. Timer functions the
next time you use the vehicle.
To start normal charge:
1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place the vehicle in the P (Park) position and apply the
parking brake.
2. When charging the Li-ion battery, place the power switch in the OFF position. When the
power switch is in the ON position, the Li-ion
battery will not start charging.
3. Open the charge port lid and charge port cap. See Charge port lid andCharge port cap
in the Pre-driving checks and adjustments
section. 4. Connect the charge connector to the charge
port. If it is connected normally, a beep will
sound once.
5. If charging has started or if the battery is waiting for charging timer, a beep will sound
twice and the charging status indicator light
display will change. See Charging status in-
dicator light. To stop normal charge:
1. Ensure that the charge connector lock is not
engaged. For more information, see “Charge
connector lock switch” in this section.
2. Press the button on the charge connector, release the lock and remove the charge con-
nector from the charge port and properly
store it.
3. After closing the charge port cap on the charge port, close the charge port lid.
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8. Connect the charge connector to the chargeport. If it is connected normally, a beep will
sound once.
9. If charging has started, or if the Li-ion battery is waiting for charging timer, a beep will sound
twice and the charging status indicator light
display will change. See Charging status in-
dicator light. 10. When recharging outside such as in your
drive way, use a commercially available pad-
lock attached in position
Ato prevent theft. To stop trickle charge:
1. Ensure that the charge connector lock is not
engaged. For more information, see “Charge
connector lock switch” in this section.
2. Press the button on the charge connector, release the lock and remove the charge con-
nector from the charge port.
3. Attach the safety cap to the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) .
4. Remove the electrical plug from the AC 110 - 120 volt, 15A dedicated electrical outlet.
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3. Enter the Li-ion battery charge start time.Touch [% Charge] to change the amount of
charging. Touch [END Time] to change the
time to stop charging.
NOTE:
Charging timer is performed according to
the current time setting on the bottom
right of the display. When setting the
charging timer function, be sure to check
that the current time displayed is correct.
In the default setting, [100% Charge
(Maximizes Driving Range)] is selected.
This is called long distance mode. To ex-
tend the life span of the Li-ion battery, use
long life mode by selecting [80% Charge
(Improves Battery Longevity)]. See Long
life charge. 4. Touch [Assign Days] to set the charging timer
for different days of the week. Either Timer 1
or Timer 2 or OFF can be set for each day of
the week. Touch [OK] when the settings are
complete.
5. Touch [OK] when the settings are complete and a settings confirmation screen is
displayed.
NOTE:
If OFF is selected for a day of the week,
the charging timer will not operate on
that day. The system will wait until the
next charging timer set to perform
charging. 6. Touch [Yes] if the settings shown on the
screen are correct.
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and the vehicle timer are both set, and the
two timers are not set to operate at the
same time, it is possible that the charger
will not start or the battery will not be
charged to the level expected.
If the Li-ion battery warmer is operating
while the Climate Ctrl. Timer or Remote
Climate Control is being used, perfor-
mance of the Climate Control will be re-
duced.
The Li-ion battery may not charge to the
expected level using the Charging Timer
When a Start time and End time are set
while the Li-ion battery warmer operates.
Set only the Charging Timer End time
when charging in cold weather. The ve-
hicle automatically determines when to
start charging to fully charge the Li-ion
battery, even if the Li-ion battery warmer
operates. Charging ends before the set
End time if the Li-ion battery is fully
charged.
The 12-volt battery can become dis-
charged if the charging timer is operated
repeatedly between the Li-ion battery
charges while the vehicle is not used for
an extended period of time.
Without navigation system
1. Push theswitchAon the left side of
the combination meter panel. 2. Push the
switchBto highlight “Charg-
ing Timer” on the dot matrix liquid crystal
display and then push the switch.
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